Operation is the same as for the front navigation,
refer to page 168.
Suggesting a destination
A destination or trip can be sent to the front as
a suggestion. The suggestion can be adopted,
stored, or declined in the front. This function is
not available with the following setting: "Driver
control".1.Enter the destination.2."Suggest destination"
BMW Assist
Operation is the same as for BMW Assist in the
front, refer to page 249.
Adjusting
The following settings are available:
▷"Rear displays"▷"Language/Units": language can be set
globally for all screens.▷"Tone"▷If necessary. "Climate".
Vehicle information
Computer content can be displayed. Operation
is only possible in the front.
Options menu
The split screen is not available and there is no
Integrated Owner's Manual.
Operation is the same as for the front menu op‐
tions, refer to page 18.
Enabling
Enabling operation in the rear
Only possible via the iDrive in the front.
1."Settings"2."Allow rear control"3.Select the desired priority.
Priority options
The driver has priority
▷The source selected via iDrive in the front is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers and can
be selected but not operated from the rear.
Other audio or video sources can be oper‐
ated.▷Sound can only be output in the rear via
headphones.▷The source that is to be displayed in the rear
can be set via the iDrive in the front.
To set the source in the rear via the iDrive in the
front:
1."CD/Multimedia" or"Radio"2.Open "Options".3."Select rear source"4.Select the desired audio or video source.
Same priority
▷All audio and video sources can be operated
via the iDrive in the front and rear.▷Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.▷Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected last via the iDrive in the front
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The rear has priority▷When the source selected in the rear is
played on headphones, it can be selected
but not operated via iDrive in the front. Other
audio or video sources can be operated.▷Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.▷Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected in the rear is output on the
vehicle loudspeakers. Audio or video sour‐
ces cannot be selected via the iDrive in the
front.
Switching off the rear DVD
▷Rear entertainment is switched off.▷To switch rear entertainment back on: select
a different priority via the iDrive in the front
and switch on the system, refer to
page 217.
Headphones, vehicle
loudspeakers
Connecting the headphones
Normal headphones
Connect via the jack 1/8"/3.5 mm, refer to
page 217, on the rear CD/DVD player.
Infrared headphones
Connection via the infrared interface on the
lower edge of the screen.
Fitting infrared headphones and information on
which headphones are supported can be ob‐
tained from your service center.
When using infrared headphones, ensure that
the connection between the headphones and
the infrared interface is not disrupted:
▷Do not place an obstacle between the inter‐
face and headphones.▷Do not cover the interface.▷Do not scratch the interface.
Fold up display screens for interference-free re‐
ception.
Unfavorable light conditions such as bright am‐
bient light can impair reception.
Sound output on the headphones or
vehicle loudspeakers
Operation is only possible in the rear.
1."Options" Open.2."Headphones" or"Loudspeakers"
With the following setting, sound output in the
rear is not possible via the vehicle speakers:
"Driver control".
External devices
General information
External audio and video devices and digital
cameras can be connected to cinch sockets, re‐
fer to page 217, on the CD/DVD player. Opera‐
tion takes place on the external device.
Due to the large number of different audio and
video devices available on the market, it cannot
be ensured that every audio and video device
will be displayed correctly on the screen.
Connecting an external device
1.Fold down the cover in front of the cinch
sockets on the CD/DVD player.2.Connect the external device to the RCA
sockets.▷Video: yellow socket.▷Audio: white and red socket.
Starting playback
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Volume
The volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐
edly from the volume of the other audio sources,
it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
Adjusting the volume
The volume can only be adjusted if no external
video device is connected.1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Select the or symbol.4."Volume"5.Turn the controller until the desired volume
is set and press the controller.
What to do if...
Only a black screen is visible.
▷Switch on the system.
There are no options available on the screen.
▷Replace remote control batteries.▷With Professional rear seat entertainment
toggle between screens if necessary.
Radio stations or TV channels are grayed out
and cannot be selected.
▷Function is limited due to the selected pri‐
ority. Change priority.
The DVD does not play.
▷Playback does not begin automatically.
Start DVD manually, refer to page 198.The volume of the rear vehicle speakers cannot
be adjusted.▷Sound in the rear is output via the head‐
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Onboard vehicle tool kit 278
Opening/closing from in‐ side 37
Opening/closing via door lock 36
Opening/closing with remote control 34
Operating concept, iDrive 16
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control 138
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 82
P
Paint, vehicle 290
Panic mode 35
Panoramic glass sunroof 46
Park Distance Control PDC 123
Parked-car ventilation 141
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 160
Parking aid, refer to PDC 123
Parking brake 69
Parking lamps 89
Parking with Auto Hold 71
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 60
Pathway lines, backup cam‐ era 128
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 123
Pedestrian detection, refer to Night Vision 131
People detection, refer to Night Vision 131
Permissible axle load 298
Personal information 238
Personal Profile 31
Phone 226
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 47 Pinch protection system, win‐
dows 45
Plastic, care 291
PlugIn 254
Position, storing 170
Postal code, entering in navi‐ gation 169
Power failure 282
Power windows 44
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 261
Pressure warning FTM, tires 100
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 31
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 20
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof 47
Protective function, win‐ dows 45
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller 16
R
Radiator fluid 274
Radio 188
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 30
Radio ready state 67
Rain sensor 73
Random 197
Random playback 197
RDS 189
Reading out loud 246
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol 140
Rear axle steering 109
Rear entertainment 217
Rear lamps 281
Rear seats, adjusting 53
Rear seats, basic position 55
Rear sockets 146
Rear source, selecting for rear entertainment 220 Rearview mirror 60
Rear window defroster 138
Recirculated-air mode 138
Recommended tire brands 268
Refueling 258
Remaining range 82
Reminders 245
Remote control/key 30
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 36
Remote control, rear enter‐ tainment 218
Remote control, universal 143
Replacement fuse 283
Replacing parts 278
Replacing wheels/tires 267
Reporting safety defects 8
RES button 116
Reserve warning, refer to Range 82
Resetting, Tire Pressure Mon‐ itor TPM 98
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control 138
Retaining straps, securing cargo 162
Retreaded tires 268
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 281
Roadside Assistance 250
Roadside parking lamps 90
Roller sunblinds 46
Roll stabilization, refer to Adaptive Drive 109
Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ namic Drive 109
Roof load capacity 298
Roof-mounted luggage rack 162
Rope for tow-starting/tow‐ ing 287
Route 177
Route criteria, route 176
Route, displaying 177
Routes, avoiding 176 Seite 316ReferenceEverything from A to Z316
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